Description
Introducing the Classic Bell Tent
Durable and Effortless Camping
Our Classic Bell Tent combines stunning design with exceptional durability, simplifying the camping experience. Over the years, we have perfected its design to provide ample space, minimal setup, unmatched durability, and refined aesthetics. This tent is ideal for extended camping adventures when a large basecamp tent is required, extra accommodation for commercial hospitality, or on a property, or when you need additional space for a large crew. The Classic 5m will comfortably sleep up to 8 campers (depending on the configuration). See our size guide here.
Built for the Toughest Conditions
Our Classic Bell Tent is a true four-season shelter, engineered to withstand both snow and desert conditions. Crafted from ultra-durable 385 GSM canvas, it undergoes custom dyeing and weather sealing. We reinforce tension points and double-stitch seams for exceptional durability. Our CottonGuard™ cotton-poly blend enhances this strength, combining the natural comfort of cotton with the durability of polyester thread.
CottonGuard™ offers twice the tensile strength of traditional 100% cotton, superior weather resistance, and improved longevity. This blend ensures your tent excels in stormy weather and high-tension situations while maintaining breathability to prevent condensation. Additionally, CottonGuard™ is eco-friendly, and crafted to reduce environmental impact while providing a reliable, long-lasting shelter – the perfect balance of strength, durability, and comfort.
Having tested many types of canvas over the years, this is an excellent canvas for extreme Australian conditions.
Breathable and Bug-Free
The tent features four windows, doors, and vents with mosquito-proof mesh layers. A double-wall mesh layer allows you to roll up the outer wall, exposing a second wall made entirely of mosquito netting. The mesh acts as a barrier, ensuring a breeze without bugs. The zip-in/zip-out groundsheet aids in cleaning and ventilation.
Ready for ‘Hot Tenting’
Homecamp pioneered ‘Hot Tenting’ in Australia. Our Classic Bell Tents, made from flame-resistant, eco-friendly fabrics, feature a built-in chimney flap (aka Stove Jack) for wood-burning stoves. For stove use, we recommend reading this post and our FAQ here.
Weather-Resistant Groundsheet
Our groundsheet, made from thermally welded rip-stop PVC, is impervious to water. The ‘bathtub style’ floor rises over 10 cm high, ensuring dryness even in floods. Heavy-duty zips allow floor removal for transport, storage, cleaning, or ventilation.
Robust Hardware
The tent’s heavy-duty steel poles have internal spring-loaded wires for easy assembly. The centre pole has a welded lanyard ring for attaching an inner tent or chandelier. Two extra large storage pockets with three compartments each provide easy access to valuables.
Convenient and Accessible
A zip entry point at the back of the tent accommodates electrical cords, ensuring rain and bug protection. The oversized carry bag, equipped with robust webbing, buckles, and compression straps, makes packing straightforward and efficient. Reflective paracord guy ropes, custom brass zips, extra-large stainless steel pegs, and twisted steel ‘rebar’ style pegs ensure reliability in wild places.
Additional accessories include:
- Bell Tent Cover – If you plan to have your tent set up for an extended period then we recommend a cover
- Footprint Tarp – Recommended for rough camping as saves cleaning the tent floor
- Classic Shade Tarp – Extend your foot print and create a shelter from the sun and rain
- Wing Awning – New designed awning – extends your foot print and create a shelter from the sun and rain
- Inner Tent – Create a cozy internal room away from kids and mess
A note on materials
When choosing a tent, there are various factors to weigh. While size and weight are important, the choice of materials is equally essential. Understanding the differences between cotton-based canvas and synthetic materials is key. The trade-offs encompass weight, strength, maintenance (i.e. propensity for mould, sun damage etc), and breathability (condensation).
For further insights, refer to our article on this topic.
Further Reading
Features
Soft goods
- 385 GSM CottonGuard™ Cotton/Poly Canvas (80% Cotton / 20% Poly)
- Custom-dyed and coated CottonGuard™ Canvas for enhanced mould, UV, and water resistance
- Extra fire-resistant treatment exceeds Australian fire regulations, making it ideal for commercial use
- Heavy-duty mosquito netting is included in doors, windows, vents, and walls
- 520 GSM zip-out groundsheet floor
- Double-stitched seams and reinforced tension points for added durability
- Built-in chimney flap compatible with wood-burning stoves
- Custom reflective 750 paracord guy ropes for improved visibility
- Oversised storage bag for convenient packing
- The ‘spares’ bag includes repair patches
Hardware
- Heavy-duty anodized steel pole set (aluminium pole set available as an upgrade)
- Custom brass zips on all windows and doors
- Custom Signal Orange hardened plastic buckles and toggles
- Extra large stainless steel ground pegs
- Extra large twisted stainless steel guy rope pegs
- Metal guy adjusters
Design
- Double doors for easy entry
- Double walls – canvas rolls up to reveal heavy-duty mosquito netting
- Two extra large 3-section pockets
- Rear zip pocket for power cord access
- 5 zippered windows
- Built-in chimney flap for hot-tenting (use with a Woodfire stove)
Additional info
Classic 5m
- 42kg
- Diameter – 5m (at longest diagonal section)
- Height (centre pole) – 3m
- Doorway – 1.75m
- Sidewall – 0.6m
- In bag: 0.9m x 0.33m x 0.33m
Classic 4.5m
- 38kg
- Diameter – 4.5m (at longest diagonal section)
- Height (centre pole) – 2.75m
- Doorway – 1.65m
- Sidewall – 0.6m
- In bag – 0.9m x 0.32m x 0.32m
Classic 4m:
- 36kg
- Diameter – 4m (at longest diagonal section)
- Height (centre pole) – 2.5m
- Doorway – 1.55m
- Sidewall – 0.6m
- In bag – 0.9m x 0.3m x 0.3m
Materials:
- 385GSM Cotton/Poly Canvas
- PVC Floor
- Steel poles
- Polyester webbing
- Hardened plastic buckles and toggles
- Extra strong twisted stainless steel pegs
- Stainless steel D-rings
- Reflective nylon paracord guy ropes
Warranty
- 2 years manufacturers warranty